Casa Romero

10/04/09

Love it

by JulieBee

I love to eat here - love the mole!

• Pros: Great food
• Cons: a little pricey

09/12/09

Take it from the locals who eat there often.

by michaelscott

Take it from the locals here, Casa Romero has been in operation for many years. It is not fancy Mexican, it is everyday Mexican prepared, served and owned by those who know this food. It is loved by many of us who live in the neighborhood and many of us are foodies with discriminating tastes.

The service is simple but very attentive, the wine will please simple to moderate vinophiles, the mexican menu is respectable with some very nice items on it. I cannot understand the negative reviews and I must be fortunate because we eat there often and it is always consistent and fresh. The only draw back is the rice they serve with the food needs to be done much better than it is but, I dont worry about the rice because the portions are great along with the selections. The stuffed squid is great, give it a try, steaks good too (but not steakhouse like, it is a mexican restaurant after all).

• Pros: Service, consistency
• Cons: The chips used to be better;)

02/12/09

Authentic Mexican

by paf6571

I have been to the Casa a dozen times and I am very impressed with everything there. Only the freshest ingrediants are used and every dish seems to be perfect.The decorations of the restaurant make you feel like you are in Mexico. It doesn't get better than the Casa.

• Pros: Ambiance,Service,Creative
• Cons: none

02/10/09

"Bad to the Bone"

by financefoodie

I should have sensed the red flags when I saw the entrance was located in a public alley. Although the service was very friendly, the decor of the place was dingy and slightly musty looking (I hesitated to sit by the wall, as I was afraid a termite might pop out). My broiled shrimp entree was poorly presented and looked like a gloppy mess. The shrimps were nicely plump, but lacked proper seasoning (unless the soupy swampy-green puddle was supposed to function as the dip). Short on time, we decided to forgo dessert, which might have not been a bad decision, considering the quality of the entrees. I was also shocked to see most of the entrees averaged around $25 (due to the Back Bay price inflation perhaps?), as I have had better and cheaper food at Taco Cabana. My experience at Casa Romero felt like the movie Waterworld: overpriced, overhyped, and a major disappointment.

01/01/09

New Years Disgrace

by JFHolzwarth

DO NOT TRUST THIS RESTAURANT!

They advertised a 4 course pri fixe menu for New Year's Eve. We made reservations WEEKS in advance. We called a cab to take us there for our 7:30 reservation and there was a sign on the door saying "Closed dur to water damage." NO PHONE CALL or posting on their website alerting customers to this at all on New Year's Eve. Obviously there were no other places to go that were not already full! DO NOT GO HERE UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES! They are inconsiderate and frankly, not worth it. There are plenty of other reputable restaurants in Boston who do know the proper way to alert diners to a cancellation. BE WARNED!

• Cons: DO NOT EAT HERE - CLOSED ON NEW YEARS AND NEVER CALLED DINERS WITH RESERVATIONS!!

08/01/08

This labor of love lures devoted diners down a nondescript alley in the Back Bay for standout Mexican cuisine.

by Eric Grossman

The Scene
More than 30 years ago, Leo Romero decided against following in his family's political footsteps and opened this gem of a restaurant in an alleyway between Newbury Street and Commonwealth Avenue. Romero's award-winning cuisine--a taste of which vindicates his career choice--is complemented by his restaurant's lovely interior: exposed brick, imported tiles and colorful artwork make this one of the city's best date spots (come summer, ask for a table in the lovely outdoor courtyard). Friendly waiters deliver strong margaritas and delicious sangria from the service-only bar.

The Food
Those ready to graduate from the burrito and quesadilla sector of Mexican cuisine come to sample smoky huitlacoche mushrooms wrapped in spinach tortillas, pork tenderloin marinated in oranges and smoked chipotle peppers. The revelatory mole poblano arrives with a deliciously intricate sauce, made with chocolate and too many spices to mention. Desserts, including a complex ricotta-coconut cheesecake, are also excellent.

05/05/08

Awful service....... awful manager

by arreolajaime

Awful service. I know it was 5 de Mayo but it is a business. You're supposed to figure out how to meet customer's needs, not supposed to assume people would expect worst service because it is a holiday. I talked to the manager about the bad service and he told me that I was supposed to understand about their underperformance because it was a high peak season. I was in a 20 people group, very frequent clients and we're not coming back EVER.

• Cons: service... awful

10/09/06

What a surprise!

by ajohnson2828

What a pleasant surprise. I went out to dinner at Casa Romero with some friends for a birthday party, and this dining experience was not at all what I was expecting. After all of the terrible Mexican food I've had here in Boston, I expected another run-of-the-mill Tex-Mex kind of restaurant. The food was so authentic, and the margaritas are to die for! I will be sure to come back. :-)

• Pros: Margaritas, Margaritas, Margaritas!
• Cons: Service could have been a bit faster, but it was busy...

09/22/06

not feeling the love

by ksossen

This was my first trip back after many years. Unfortunately I was disappointed- the salsa was bland- Everything was bland, The shrimp flautas had a strong taste I am going to try to forget- I wouldn't be so harsh, but I remember this place fondly from earlier years. I guess you just cant go back home again. The menu's were dirty- the entire place had a shabbiness that I couldn't look beyond- especially at these prices. I am sorry to say that I cannot recommend Casa romero.

08/25/06

A hidden gem!

by jonverey

Loved this dining experience! Service was excellent, staff were genuinely nice, and food was of excellent quality. Outside seating terrace and cosy atmosphere makes this place perfect for a first-date!

• Pros: Ambience, location, service